1995 Rover 214 vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ

To start off, both 1995 Rover 214 and 1995 Toyota MRJ were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.

Because 1995 Toyota MRJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota MRJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Rover 214 1995 Toyota MRJ
Make Rover Toyota
Model 214 MRJ
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1396 cc 1762 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 285 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1032 kg 1572 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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